Josh Kerr, the 28-year-old Scot, aims for a marathon win after breaking the mile world record. He calls it a 'pipe dream' but remains committed to the challenge.
Kerr's ambition to win a major marathon is steep, given the physiological differences between track and marathon running. His focus on nutrition and power-to-weight is crucial but insufficient. Read more culture coverage.
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Josh Kerr, fresh off breaking the mile world record, sets his sights on the marathon. Josh Kerr, the 28-year-old Scot, aims for a marathon win after breaking the mile world record. He calls it a 'pipe dream' but remains committed to the challenge.
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Runner World published this brief on August 3, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated August 3, 2026.
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